Alan Shearer has chosen the eleven players who most impressed him in this past weekend’s round of matches in the top tier.
The player turned pundit naming his Premier League team of the week.
The NUFC legend including two players who stood out in the Newcastle 2 Fulham 1 match.
Fulham made it a real contest in the middle of this match but Newcastle United starting and finishing the match the strongest, deserving the win that was delivered via that 90th minute goal.
The Alan Shearer Premier League team of the week:
Guglielmo Vicario (Spurs)
“Made two incredible saves to deny Beto and Iliman Ndiaye, protecting Spurs’ 2-0 lead before they got their third goal in an excellent win at Everton.”
Matty Cash (Aston Villa)
“Scored a goal that any forward would be proud of! Showed excellent composure to shift the ball on to his left foot before rifling it into the bottom corner.”
Malick Thiaw (Newcastle)
“Continued his assured start since joining Newcastle in the summer. Looked really composed on the ball and gave very little away in defence.”
Micky van de Ven (Spurs)
“An outstanding captain’s performance. In a tricky away match, Van de Ven stepped up to score with two brilliant headers and produced a commanding display at centre-back.”
Michael Kayode (Brentford)
“His long throws are unbelievable! Liverpool just couldn’t deal with them, as they showed when they conceded the opening goal.”
Bruno Guimaraes (Newcastle)
“Led by example once again, with another strong performance in midfield. Just when his team really needed it, he reacted fastest to pounce on the loose ball and score the winner against Fulham.”
Amadou Onana (Aston Villa)
“Absolutely bossed the midfield, constantly shutting down Man City’s attacks and helping his side to play their way out of trouble in an impressive victory at Villa Park.”
Granit Xhaka (Sunderland)
“Produced a midfield masterclass. He was on another level, keeping the ball moving, thwarting several Chelsea attacks and once again showing why he’s been an incredible signing for Sunderland.”
Bryan Mbeumo (Man Utd)
“This is why Man Utd were so keen to sign him. He was a constant threat against Brighton and produced two composed finishes.”
Junior Kroupi (Bournemouth)
“Followed up his first Premier League goals against Crystal Palace with another wonderful finish as Bournemouth beat Nottingham Forest. For someone who is only 19, he’s showing maturity beyond his years.”
Zian Flemming (Burnley)
“Scored two outstanding goals, including an incredible first-time finish from the edge of the box, to help Burnley go 2-0 up at Wolves as they claimed a huge 3-2 win against their relegation rivals.”
Manager: Keith Andrews (Brentford)
“He’s making his first managerial job look easy! Liverpool didn’t have any answers for Brentford’s physical style of play as he masterminded an impressive win against the champions.”
Newcastle 2 Fulham 1 – Saturday 25 October 2025 3pm
(Stats via BBC Sport)
Goals:
Newcastle United :
Murphy 18, Bruno 90
Fulham:
Lukic 56
Possession was Newcastle 51% Fulham 49%
Total shots were Newcastle 18 Fulham 12
Shots on target were Newcastle 7 Fulham 5
Corners were Newcastle 4 Fulham 3
Touches in the box Newcastle 36 Fulham 25
Pope, Trippier, Thiaw, Botman (Schar 61), Burn, Bruno, Joelinton, Miley (Tonali 61), Gordon (Elanga 76), Woltemade (Osula 86), Murphy (Barnes 61)
Subs:
Ramsdale, Krafth, Willock, Ramsey
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